Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
WF3 · Leeds
51
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
WF14 · Kirklees
116
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
Leeds has less crime — 51 vs 116 incidents in February 2026.
Mirfield recorded notably higher crime than Leeds in February 2026 — 116 vs 51 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Leeds sees higher rates of Other theft (6), while Mirfield has more Shoplifting (14). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Leeds recorded fewer crimes than Mirfield — 51 vs 116 incidents. That is 56% fewer crimes. Leeds is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Leeds saw higher rates of Other theft while Mirfield had more Shoplifting. Overall, Leeds recorded fewer total crimes (51 vs 116).